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Lebanon port explosion: Victims’ families demand a deeper inquiry
The families of the 200 people killed believe charges of negligence are not enough.
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We should cherish Europe's democracy daily, says MEP after Trump mob storm US Capitol
"The rule of law and democracy should not be taken as self-evident and easy but something that we have to cherish and respect every day," said Finnish MEP Miapetra Kumpula-Natri.
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Hong Kong arrests raise fears opposition's survival in question
The arrest of many opposition figures means that there should be protests, but demonstrations, for now, are outlawed.
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Former Hong Kong pro-democracy politicians arrested
Three arrested for disrupting a Legislative Council session earlier this year.
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Prime minister urges premiers to take action against COVID-19
Despite growing pressure from health officials for a more co-ordinated national response to the COVID-19 second wave, the prime minister seems set to leave provinces in charge of their own responses, even warning that federal resources...
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At COVID-19 ‘breaking point’, Malaysia suspends parliament
State legislatures will also be suspended with parts of country heading back into lockdown amid surge in COVID cases.
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Georgia elections: Candidates campaign on the war next door
The country’s opposition parties hope a significantly modified electoral system will prevent the Georgian Dream party from securing a third term.
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Seven pro-democracy politicians arrested in Hong Kong
Contempt and obstruction charges related to a legislative council meeting more than five months ago, as critics say it's part of an increasing attempt to sideline dissenting voices.
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Federal loophole makes some pandemic travellers eligible for payout
Under a federal program, people who need to quarantine after a holiday abroad could be eligible for a payout of up to $1,000. The federal employment minister is moving to change it as outrage grows.
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Lebanon PM, former ministers charged over Beirut blast
Prime Minister Hassan Diab and three former ministers charged with negligence over Beirut port explosion.
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Kyrgyzstan youth call for political overhaul after election
President Sooronbay Jeenbekov promised to resign following days of protests over the results of this month's parliamentary election which many say was rigged.
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Kyrgyzstan election: Politicians promise to fix weak economy
About 800,000 Kyrgyz men and women are forced to work abroad because of the lack of job opportunities in the country.
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French foreign minister in Lebanon to push reform
Paris has backed successive governments in Lebanon but the country has nosedived into crisis.
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Going Dutch: Netherlands has 'frugal' approach to the EU coronavirus recovery package
As EU leaders gather in Brussels for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic started, they all agree that they need to reach a decision on the trillion-euro EU recovery package. What they cannot agree on, though, is how big that...
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Alberta emergency room physician responds to government officials travelling during pandemic
Dr. Shazma Mithani is an ER physician who says the skirting of public health guidelines by politicians is a 'slap in the face.'
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Black Lives Matter movement blooms in Netherlands, Belgium
Teenagers in both countries have come to the forefront in the Black Lives Matter movement after being inspired by events in the United States.
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US police reforms: NY unions say officers used for political gain
Police unions in New York say they are being used as political pawns and public safety will suffer.
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Racial slur sparks debate | Sunday Scrum
Controversy has been raging this week after a University of Ottawa professor used a racial slur in a class discussion, prompting a student complaint and a debate over academic freedom.
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Brazil deaths may surpass 125,000 by August
As daily death rate climbs to the highest in the world, new study warns total toll could surge five-fold by early August
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Ottawa mayor to join protest at U.S. Embassy | Power & Politics
Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson announced he'll be participating in the "No Peace Until Justice" march at the U.S. Embassy following the killing of George Floyd.
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Beijing warns against foreign interference over Hong Kong
Beijing warns against foreign interference over Hong Kong
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No more meet-and-greets: Leadership races go online during COVID-19
Shaking hands and kissing babies are no longer options during the COVID-19 pandemic. Campaign events for both the Conservative and Green Party leadership races have moved online to platforms like Facebook Live and Zoom.
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Vital Kamerhe, top aide to DRC president, on trial for corruption
President Felix Tshisekedi's chief of staff and two other defendants accused of embezzling more than $50m.
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Ottawa announces more aid for businesses hit by COVID closures | Sunday Scrum
The federal government announced targeted aid this week for some businesses hit by COVID-19 closures as Ontario and Quebec report record-breaking daily numbers, prompting restrictions on indoor dining, bars and cinemas.